The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) gathers each year in Nashville, Tenn., to celebrate bluegrass music, discuss issues facing the bluegrass community, and to honor its membership with an awards and honors ceremony at the Grand Ole Opry. like many music conferences, the IBMA is full of showcases, both official and unofficial, panel discussions, and what can feel like nonstop events. There's something for everyone - industry exec to casual fan. This year, the conference and Fan Fest will be held Sep. 28-Oct. 4, 2009. The awards ceremony will be held on Oct. 1, and here are many of the nominees for 2009 IBMA Awards and Honors.
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